Against the World II: Transgression
Chapter 27: NWO Army, part 1
...—15th January, E643 | NWO Military Headquarters, Border Alliance Village Centaur-Warebeast Great Kingdom—...
MINNER took a deep breath and sat down in the chair in his study. It was only three hours ago that he arrived here, and now he was already worried about the situation in Dragonoa. He had appointed his grandson, Hyenas, to replace him temporarily. Minner was worried not because Hyenas was stupid, but the boy's ego and temperament were not so good. He was worried that the child would become careless from feeling cornered if the situation suddenly worsened.
Minner wanted to go back, once again wanting to babble at length with her granddaughter. However, the situation is precarious. The four Knights Templar had already encamped two kilometers from the northern side of the Ekralina region. They had no idea what exactly the Holy Kingdom was trying to do. Clearly, they could not allow the Knights Templar to take control of Ekralina Kingdom. But the New World Order won't move until the empire moves. Therefore, they must be ready at any time.
At the very least, he had stressed that Leostya would not indulge Hyenas. Minner could trust the girl not to break her words. Although a bad situation had suddenly occurred, Leostya would not let the origin Hyenas act. If Leostya also hesitated, the girl would make sure the information reached her ears as quickly as possible.
“Commander Minner.” The black-robed man in a white mask with a spear tied to his back stepped into Minner's room, which he accidentally closed.
Minner did not try to do the imaging by improving his sitting position. He only raised one eye eyebrow, indirectly asking the identity of the young man—which from the air of his existence he could suspect as a vampire.
“My name is Hecrust. I have come to report that the three vampire battalions that the Vampire Kingdom has promised have arrived. I, Cainabel, and Lucard Vladivichna led each battalion.”
“Cainabel and Lucard Vladivichna as I recall are the third and second seat holders in Moon Temple,” said Minner—his expression became serious and his eyes focused on Hecrust. “I also remember the holder of the first seat, Crow Lucardia. I admit he is very strong. Its existence will greatly increase our combat power. However, hearing that you will be joining Cainabel and Lucard in leading the three divisions, can I assume you are also a member of Moon Temple?”
Hecrust nodded. “I'm the fourth seat holder,” said. “Vampire population is the lowest of all races. We can't send more soldiers. The fifth, sixth, and seventh seats will not jump into battle. They'll stay in the castle. Crow would only participate when Miss Vermyna ordered it. It is likely that he will move along with Deus Chaperon.”
Minner nodded in understanding. He also supported the decision. Cainabel strong. And so did Lucard. The New World Order did not ask for a helping hand from Mermaid Kingdom and the Seaman Kingdom because this was an Islamic conflict. But that won't be a problem. The Elf Kingdom army would arrive in a few days, and they were led directly by Alforalis Grammolia. The forces of Desert Kingdom and Caligula Kingdom will also arrive in a few days.
If all the soldiers had arrived, there would be a total of 93,000 soldiers. Here are the details: Elf Kingdom sent 20,000; Warebeast Great Kingdom sent 25,000; Caligula Kingdom sent 17,500; desert Kingdom also sent 17,500; Vladivta only donated 10,000 soldiers; and lastly, Desert Kingdom sent 17,500; and lastly, it sent 17,500; Vladivta only donated 10,00000 soldiers; and lastly, it was, Vampire Kingdom sends 3000 vampires.
The difference was quite far from the Holy Kingdom or the Vermillion Empire. But it can actually be even bigger. However, the New World Order's initial recruits were all sent to Beleth Island. With Kep. Haikal is planned to be the center of the world, the troops should indeed be stationed there. Even if they were all defeated, all New World Order members could be evacuated to Kep. Haikal. And, before that, there will be many soldiers protecting each country.
Attacking as well as defending, it's the main strategy implemented by New World Order ‒ they can not let the risk of one of their members being attacked.
“Alright,” said Minner after a long period of silence. “You can per—ah, how about the consumption of your troops? We can't provide blood for you. No notice that I have to arrange a blood supply for you.”
Minner of course had heard about the “blood” production system that was intended. But he doesn't know how. Outsiders know only Evana, but Evana has long since died. Minner doesn't want to know how to proceed. He had an assumption, and it made a frown. Therefore, it is better that he does not know.
“Alright, that's all I need to know. Now you can go. Make sure you rest well.”
Hecrust nodded, then turned around and left the room of the supreme commanding officer of the New World Order joint force.
Minner then turned his gaze to the left wall, staring fixedly at the map of Islan attached to the wall, precisely in the area of power Emiliel Holy Kingdom. From where was the Holy Kingdom more vulnerable and the effect was greater as well? The question was clearly imprinted on the Commander's face.
...—Royal Palace, Cornnas, Emeralna— Province...
Maddened. It was the only word Alice could use to describe Xavier's interaction with Artemys whose stomach was already somewhat enlarged. If Clara was now beside him, the girl would definitely cry. If it was Nizivia, maybe the girl had already pulled out her two daggers and darted in attack. Then Monica….
Alice for the umpteenth time sighed. He doesn't think out. Both Xavier and Artemys kept this from the world. Only a few know. In fact, the palace gatekeeper did not know in the slightest. In this city, no one knew that Artemys was pregnant other than the people who worked in the palace.
Alice is often tempted to tell Monica and Kanna. He wanted to tell the two girls. But in the end, he was unable to do so. He could imagine what would happen if he did. Although he was reluctant to admit it, but Artemys and Xavier's decision was the best.
But they can't hide it forever. It's only a matter of time until it's smelled by someone else.
Sighing once more, Alice turned around and moved from her peeking position. No, he was peeping not out of a bit of envy. Not at all. Alice was responsible for the security of the palace, for the safety of Artemys. Peering at them from an unsuspecting place is a normal thing to do to ensure their duties are fulfilled.
Right enough. He's a professional. He does nothing wrong, does nothing that begs questions. And imagining his stomach bloating at all he never did.
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